Shoot It Straight
Welcome to the Shoot It Straight Podcast, where host, Sabrina Gebhardt shares an honest take on what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. Sabrina and her guests ...
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| 10/15/26 |  221: Business Bestie Chat Q4 with Colie James | What do you do when your business bestie is building an entirely new business while you're just trying to keep your head above water? You hit record and talk about it, obviously. Colie James and I are back for another quarterly Biz Bestie Chat, and this time we're sharing two completely different Q3 experiences.While Colie spent her summer learning how to vibe code, building an app, and creating an entire CRM from scratch, I was navigating one of the most emotionally challenging transitions of motherhood: sending my daughter off to college. I knew it was going to be hard personally, but I wasn't prepared for how much it would impact my motivation and energy in my business.And you know what? I gave myself permission to slow down. In this episode, we're getting honest about what Q3 actually looked like behind the scenes, what we're celebrating, and what we're rethinking as we head into Q4. I'm sharing how the new format of Root to Rise is going, why I decided not to host a retreat this fall, and what I'm doing differently as I prepare for the 2027 launch.The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Mentioned in this episode:The Experience Edit: coliejames.com/the-experience-editRoot to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistFirst Class Lounge: sabrinagebhardt.com/membershipSummer Camp: sabrina-gebhardt.myflodesk.com/summercampOur Quarterly Business Bestie Chats:Q2 2026: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/194-q2-2026-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-james Q1 2026: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/183-q1-2026-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-jamesQ4 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/165-q4-2025-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-jamesQ3 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q3-business-besties-chat-with-colie-jamesQ2 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q2-2025-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-jamesQ1 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/128-q1-2025-business-bestie-chatQ4 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q4-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-jamesQ3 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q3-business-besties-chat-with-colie-jamesQ2 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/88-q2-business-besties-chat-with-colie-jamesQ1 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/75-quarterly-business-chat-with-colie-jamesConnect with Colie:Podcast: coliejames.com/podcastInstagram: instagram.com/coliejamesWebsite: coliejames.comConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 39m 30s | ||||||
| 10/13/26 |  220: Busy By Choice: Your Definition of Success This Fall | Busy season is here, but… you don’t feel busy. And it’s making you nervous. Is your business failing? In today’s episode, I’m here to remind you that nothing is wrong with your business. In fact, it might be that you’ve actually built a business that doesn’t overwhelm you during the busy season. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist. Review the Show Notes:We have been trained to view success wrong (5:11)You’re purposely less busy (8:35)Throwing up discounted minis (10:05) Saying yes to work that you’ve already retired (12:27)Deciding you’re failing based on a feeling (13:04)Rewrite how you are tracking success (17:27)Look at the freedom with gratitude (18:54)You built this intentionally (19:44)Mentioned in this Episode:Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 23m 29s | ||||||
| 10/6/26 |  219: The Capacity Math Every Photographer Should Know | Do you know how many sessions you truly need? In today’s episode, we’re doing capacity math and figuring out the sweet spot as far as how many sessions you have. Plus, a reminder that you’re booking based on your capacity, not your availability. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist. Review the Show Notes:Why we keep booking based on availability (2:49)My client who was working far beyond her capacity (5:24)The time behind every session (13:23)Where to start with your capacity (17:40)Mentioned in this Episode:Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 23m 58s | ||||||
| 9/29/26 |  218: Stop Solving the Loudest Problem in Your Business | Are you avoiding the root problem in your business? In this episode, I’m sharing how I often see business owners solving their loudest problems, when honestly… it’s the quieter issues that need your attention the most. Today, I’m diving into some of those deeper issues and how to diagnose what your business actually needs. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight.This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist. Review the Show Notes:Vision (4:14)Offer (6:08) Profitability (7:35)Capacity (9:03)Operations (12:57)Marketing (14:32)Diagnosing your problem (16:06)Mentioned in this Episode:Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 22m 46s | ||||||
| 9/22/26 |  217: Your Business Has Outgrown The Way You Run It | The habits that built your business might now be the ones that are hurting it. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 ways your business may have outgrown the way you’re running it. Plus, my own experience running an outdated business and what needs to be changed for yours to finally feel easier. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist.Review the Show Notes:You’ve been making it work (1:42)My own experience running an outdated business (3:54)You’re saying yes to everything (7:01)You’re customizing everything (10:34)You’re personally touching every single task (12:24)You’re following every marketing tip (14:11)You’re treating your availability as the same as your capacity (16:08)Mentioned in this Episode:Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 21m 07s | ||||||
| 9/15/26 |  216: Get Found Without Living On Instagram with Brittany Herzberg | Is it really worth it to spend time on SEO? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with coach Brittany Herzberg about the impact of SEO on lead generation for your business. Plus, how spending just a few hours optimizing your SEO can help you get found without having to live on Instagram. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Review the Show Notes:Meet Brittany (1:05)Brittany’s journey into SEO (2:14)Why entrepreneurs focus on social media instead of SEO (7:38)How it feels to have leads coming in without you having to show up (12:56)The three phases of visibility (18:23)One easy step to boost searchability (23:28)What you might be getting wrong about location (26:46)Why you need to be blogging (29:45)Showing up in AI search (31:19)Putting variety into your blog (34:16)When you can take a step back from focusing on SEO (37:47)What actually doesn’t matter for AI search (42:04)How much time it takes to see results (44:12)Connect with Brittany:Website: brittanyherzberg.comThe Basic B Podcast: brittanyherzberg.com/the-basic-b-podcastInstagram: instagram.com/brittany_herzbergThreads: threads.com/@brittany_herzbergConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 47m 14s | ||||||
| 9/8/26 |  215: Nobody Dies If the Gallery Is Late | Are you constantly stressed about making your gallery deadlines? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a few things you may need to hear. Because the truth is, as photographers we are not in a business of emergencies. Your business is better off when you take care of yourself, even if the gallery is late. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Review the Show Notes:We are not in an emergency business (0:48)You can change your deadlines (2:18)Closing my laptop at the same time every day (3:52)My sticky note reminder (5:56)Your business will survive (7:05)Mentioned in this Episode:Episode 204: Why You Keep Falling Behind (And It Has Nothing To Do With Discipline) with Amanda McKinney: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/204-why-you-keep-falling-behindConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 10m 08s | ||||||
| 9/1/26 |  214: Why Nothing Replaces Being in the Room with Laylee Emadi | Are you hesitant to invest in in-person events or retreats? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with creative educator coach Laylee Emadi about how nothing replaces the experience you get from being in the room. We’re sharing what to expect when you’re attending in-person events, how to get the most out of your investment, and the responsibilities of both educator and attendee. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by More Money, Less Burnout, a 14-day business reset. Each day includes short audios plus one tiny action step to help you create more income, better boundaries, and some breathing room in your business. Grab the free reset today! Review the Show Notes:Meet Laylee (1:55)Laylee’s early experiences of “getting in the room” (3:26)What’s so great about being in the room (10:03)Witnessing impactful moments in-person (15:19)Why people choose not to participate in events or retreats (20:23)Responsibilities of both attendee and educator (27:23)Advice for the entrepreneur who feels like she doesn’t belong (33:08)What changes first once you get into the room (35:46)The best transformations we’ve seen at events (38:22)Why more growth happens in-person (42:26)To the woman who keeps not signing up (44:43)Mentioned in this Episode:More Money, Less Burnout: sabrinagebhardt.com/business-resetRoot to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistConnect with Laylee:Website: layleeemadi.comInstagram: instagram.com/laylee_emadiThe Creative Educator Conference: layleeemadi.com/conferenceThe Laylee Emadi Podcast: layleeemadi.com/category/podcast-episodesConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 50m 01s | ||||||
| 8/25/26 |  213: The 3 Systems Every Photographer Needs Before Fall Hits with Emily Woodall Gbadamosi | Are you prepared for the busy season, or are you headed straight for burnout? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with photographer and business coach Emily Woodall Gbadamosi about the 3 systems you can set up now to give yourself an easier fall season. Plus, we share what a difference these systems have made in our businesses.The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight.This episode is brought to you by More Money, Less Burnout, a 14-day business reset. Each day includes short audios plus one tiny action step to help you create more income, better boundaries, and some breathing room in your business. Grab the free reset today! Review the Show Notes: Meet Emily (1:20)What fall looks like without systems (3:04)When Emily realized she needed systems (6:27)Create a consistent booking process (11:51)What to tackle first in your booking process (18:41)How long it takes to get your booking process ready to go (22:07)Have an AI editing system (23:55)Automating your communication after the session (34:28)Why photographers avoid boundaries (40:39)Deciding on your capacity and time boundaries (47:16)Where to start now on building your systems (55:45)What busy season looks like when you have systems (57:58)Mentioned in this Episode:More Money, Less Burnout: sabrinagebhardt.com/business-resetSabrina’s Imagen AI affiliate link: imagen-ai.com?ref=sabrinaSabrina’s Dubsado affiliate link - save 20%: dubsado.com/?c=sgplovesdubsadoConnect with Emily:Website: woodallcreative.coInstagram: instagram.com/woodallcreativecoSystems Style Quiz: woodallcreative.co/systems-style-quizEmily’s Honeybook affiliate link: share.honeybook.com/emilywoodallphotoConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 1h 05m 39s | ||||||
| 8/18/26 |  212: Copycats | Have you ever had someone copy parts of your business? Or worse… have you ever been the one copying? In today’s episode, I’m diving into copying: why I think people do it, my experience being on both sides of it, and how I handle the issue now. Plus, an important reminder that building a successful business requires being authentically yourself. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by More Money, Less Burnout, a 14-day business reset. Each day includes short audios plus one tiny action step to help you create more income, better boundaries, and some breathing room in your business. Grab the free reset today! Review the Show Notes: Why people copy (0:51)Most copycats don’t think they’re copycats (3:28)I have copied and been copied (4:10)Do you say something when you’re being copied? (8:45)The deeper impact from being copied (11:06)How copying someone else actually hurts you (13:00)Your brand needs YOU (18:31)Mentioned in this Episode:More Money, Less Burnout: sabrinagebhardt.com/business-resetConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 22m 15s | ||||||
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| 8/11/26 |  211: When to Walk Away from a Successful Business (and Start Something New) with Natasha Sewell | Have you ever felt like you’re ready for something new? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with guest Natasha Sewell about her decision to close her successful photography business after 13 years and start a needlepoint business instead. We talk about when the photography business started to not feel good anymore, plus the challenges and successes she and her business partner (her sister!) have had in their new venture.The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Review the Show Notes:Get to know Natasha (1:20)How Sabrina and Natasha first met and started working together (2:37)How it felt to have success in both photography and education (3:49)When the business started to not feel good anymore (6:00)Where needlepoint came into Natasha and Sabrina’s lives (9:45)How Natasha’s needlepoint business came to be (13:29)How the needlepoint business felt compared to photography (18:26)How it felt to close the photography business (19:36)The day the decision was made to close the business (23:12)The financial side of starting a product-based business (25:39)Navigating a supply shortage (28:56)Preparing larger drops for a growing audience (31:26)When business partners (and sisters) live in different states (33:59)What’s next for Georgie & Lottie (35:50)Finding success with social media marketing (38:58)Advice for the entrepreneur who is considering something new (40:35)Connect with Natasha:Georgie & Lottie Website: georgieandlottie.comGeorgie & Lottie TikTok: tiktok.com/@georgieandlottiecoGeorgie & Lottie Instagram: instagram.com/georgieandlottiecoOh, Stitch Podcast: georgieandlottie.com/oh-stitch-podcastBeginner Needlepoint Playlist Freebie: georgieandlottie.com/playlistConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 44m 24s | ||||||
| 8/4/26 |  210: The Trust Recession | Have you gotten burned before? I’ll be honest, today’s topic is one that makes me very angry. I’m talking about the trust recession: a pattern I’ve noticed recently where people are burned, guarded, and skeptical when it comes to investing in education. Plus, what it means for coaches and how we have to shift how we’re selling. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Review the Show Notes:People are scared to invest in educators (1:57)A generation that is burned out, skeptical, and guarded (5:10)Why I’m so angry about the trust recession (8:47)Social proof matters more than ever (14:25)Transparency about what your offer is and is not (16:47)Have a slower runway for selling (18:14)Your consistency over time is your proof (19:34) To the woman who has been burned before (20:39)Connect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 27m 15s | ||||||
| 7/28/26 |  209: What Rest Actually Looks Like When You’re A High-Achiever | Are you getting true rest? In today’s episode, I’m sharing what rest actually looks like for high-achieving female entrepreneurs. Plus, some examples of how I build it into my life and how you can start to do the same.The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Review the Show Notes:What you call “rest” is not truly rest (3:13)Your best ideas never come from the hustle and grind (8:53)Creativity requires white space (10:41)Your energy is your product (12:43)What rest looks like for me (15:21)Build your own rest blueprint (22:53)Mentioned in this Episode:More Money, Less Burnout Business Reset Freebie: sabrinagebhardt.com/business-resetRoot To Rise Mastermind: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 29m 16s | ||||||
| 7/21/26 |  208: When Nothing Is Converting, Here's What You Actually Control | Are you pulling back from your business because you’re in a slow season? I’m going to be honest, it’s a pattern I’ve seen from the women entrepreneurs that I’ve coached. In today’s episode, I’m sharing four things that you still have control over when nothing is converting. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Review the Show Notes:The downward spiral of a slow season (2:56)The market has not stopped (4:40)How I reacted to a slow Root to Rise launch (5:45)Your marketing (10:52)Your energy (13:10)Your creativity (15:37)Your client experience (19:18)What you can’t control (22:01)A simple business audit (23:34)Connect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 29m 27s | ||||||
| 7/14/26 |  207: Q3 2026 Business Bestie Chat with Colie James | It’s the quarterly business bestie chat! In this episode, Colie James and I are sharing an honest recap of Q2 and what’s coming up next for our businesses. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Review the Show Notes: Colie’s offer pivot (2:35)Replacing sales calls (4:24)Sabrina’s summer camp (5:37)Root to Rise revamp (8:44)Systems in Session tweaks (11:22)Ads strategy (14:01)New freebie waitlists (16:40)Launch ethics drama (20:52)Root to Rise launch results (22:56)Colie’s launch timing (28:56)Summer launch experience (32:10)Price versus trust objections (33:03)Micro-wins build confidence (36:48)Trial week idea (38:16)Pricing and logistics (41:12)Audits as downsell (48:04)New fall retainer offer (50:32)Serving Q3 and Q4 plans (51:46)Sharing client wins (52:48)Mentioned in this episode:Systems in Session: coliejames.com/systems-in-sessionThe Experience Edit: coliejames.com/the-experience-editRoot to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistFirst Class Lounge: sabrinagebhardt.com/membershipSummer Camp: sabrina-gebhardt.myflodesk.com/summercampOur Quarterly Business Bestie Chats:Q2 2026: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/194-q2-2026-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-james Q1 2026: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/183-q1-2026-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-jamesQ4 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/165-q4-2025-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-jamesQ3 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q3-business-besties-chat-with-colie-jamesQ2 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q2-2025-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-jamesQ1 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/128-q1-2025-business-bestie-chatQ4 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q4-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-jamesQ3 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q3-business-besties-chat-with-colie-jamesQ2 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/88-q2-business-besties-chat-with-colie-jamesQ1 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/75-quarterly-business-chat-with-colie-jamesConnect with Colie:Podcast: coliejames.com/podcastInstagram: instagram.com/coliejamesWebsite: coliejames.comConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 56m 38s | ||||||
| 7/7/26 |  206: What The Enneagram Says About Your Confidence, Burnout, and Your Business with Enneagram Ashton | You might know your enneagram type, but what does it mean for your business? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober, known as Enneagram Ashton, about how understanding the enneagram can help support you as a business owner. Plus, we’re diving into the deeper motivations for each type, burnout and stress responses, and how to use the enneagram to set your business up for more success. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Make sure you’ve hit that follow or subscribe button on your favorite podcast player to get notified each week as we air new episodes!Review the Show Notes:Meet Ashton (2:01)What is the Enneagram and what it does for you (3:54)Common patterns among Enneagram types (6:00)Combating burnout and overwhelm with identity work (7:38)How burnout differs among Enneagram types (14:13)How your Enneagram type impacts how you show up (17:32) The connection between Enneagram types, confidence, and money (19:20)How the Enneagram can help you manage stress (24:20)Where to start with using the Enneagram as a business tool (28:26)Connect with Ashton:Website: enneagramashton.comInstagram: instagram.com/enneagramashtonLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ashton-whitmoyer-oberConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 31m 48s | ||||||
| 6/30/26 |  205: Money, Mindset & Finally Getting Paid What You're Worth with Erinn Bridgman | Feel like you’re constantly working and still not making money from your business? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with money and business coach Erinn Bridgman about why that might be the case. We’re getting real about how you can have success in your business but still feel broke, plus how to actually get on top of your financial stress. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Review the Show Notes:Meet Erinn (1:43)From wedding photographer to money coach (2:44)Why you’re still stressed about money (5:15)When you have success but still feel broke (10:11)How to actually pay yourself (18:26)Why more money isn’t always the answer to financial stress (28:21)One thing to do this week to get a better handle on your money (36:39)Mentioned In This Episode: Your Money Glow Up Quiz: go.erinnbridgman.com/money-glowup-quizConnect with Erinn:Website: erinnbridgman.comInstagram: instagram.com/erinn_bridgmanConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 40m 13s | ||||||
| 6/23/26 |  204: Why You Keep Falling Behind (And It Has Nothing to Do With Discipline) with Amanda McKinney | Are you constantly working, but feel like you’re still behind? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with accountability coach Amanda McKinney about the common problems entrepreneurs face with overwhelm and not having enough time. Plus, where to start to get out of that “stuck” feeling. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Review the Show Notes:Meet Amanda (1:51)Time is not the problem, overcommitment is (6:06)The trick to adding something in when you’re already overwhelmed (17:16)When you’re so overwhelmed, you freeze (25:25)Feeling uncomfortable with white space (29:12)Approaching your goals with intentional design (32:18)Re-building your self-trust (37:44)Being busy and “productive” versus making progress on what matters (43:55)Where to start if you always feel behind (47:39)Connect with Amanda:Website: amandamckinney.comInstagram: instagram.com/theamandamckinneyAccountable Podcast: amandamckinney.com/podcastWhy Not You? An Accidental Entrepreneur’s Guide To Success: amandamckinney.com/bookConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 53m 37s | ||||||
| 6/16/26 |  203: Storytelling as a Business Superpower, Even When You Think You Have Nothing to Say with Jen Olmstead | What’s the secret to being a great storyteller? In today’s episode, I’m talking with Jen Olmstead, co-founder of Tonic Site Shop and storytelling extraordinaire. We’re diving into why photographers and entrepreneurs need to include storytelling in their marketing, plus a real example where Jen turns one of my wildest stories into an epic business email. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. Review the Show Notes:Meet Jen (2:01)Why Jen has so much material (4:12) To the entrepreneur who thinks their life is “too boring” for storytelling (6:24)The framework for crafting a story and tying it into your business (11:12)Relating a wild story to your business and audience (18:38)Where you’re getting it wrong connecting stories to your business (21:16)Turning one of Sabrina’s stories into a business email (24:23)How to get better at telling stories (33:08)Why photographers need to tell stories (35:53)Connect with Jen:Email List: tonicsiteshop.com/tonic-vipWebsite: tonicsiteshop.comInstagram: instagram.com/tonicsiteshopConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 42m 36s | ||||||
| 6/9/26 |  202: From Stuck to Unstoppable with Tara Cory | Does your business feel stuck? In today’s episode, I’m talking with Tara Cory, a recent member of my Root To Rise mastermind. Tara shares her journey of overcoming challenges in order to finally have a thriving photography business.The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist. Review the Show Notes:Meet Tara Cory (1:34)Tara’s business prior to Root To Rise (2:23)What led Tara to joining the program (8:24)What surprised Tara the most about Root To Rise (12:22)Tara’s mindset and boundaries shift (18:08)Tara’s biggest challenge through the mastermind (22:54)The impact of being around the other women (25:47)Tara’s thoughts on the Root To Rise retreat (28:40)Tara’s business achievements thanks to Root To Rise (30:47)If you’re on the fence about Root To Rise (34:04)How to tell if Root To Rise is meant for you (or not) (35:32)Tara’s exciting wins (40:48)Mentioned In This Episode: Root To Rise Mastermind: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistConnect with Tara:Website: taralee618.comInstagram: instagram.com/taraleephotoConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 44m 21s | ||||||
| 6/2/26 |  201: The Thing No Coach Will Say Before You Join | Have you ever signed up for a coaching program… and not gotten results? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my perspective as a coach and the hard truth about why that might be. Plus, what you need to do in order to have success in the next program you join. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist. Review the Show Notes: You have to be committed (2:40) You have to be coachable (10:26)The problem is you, not the programs (23:28)How to actually get results (29:34) Mentioned In This Episode: Root To Rise Mastermind: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 39m 13s | ||||||
| 5/26/26 |  200: The One Where My Daughter Takes the Mic | It’s the 200th episode of Shoot It Straight! On this very special episode, I am joined by my daughter, Emerson. We’re interviewing each other and diving into life with an entrepreneur for a mom, lessons I’ve learned over years of motherhood and business, plus our upcoming life transition. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist. Review the Show Notes: What did Sabrina want to be when she was her daughter’s age? (3:00)Has Emerson always understood what Sabrina did for work? (5:04)What are Sabrina’s non-negotiables in business and motherhood? (6:09)Emerson’s memories of Sabrina working (10:35)Did Sabrina miss out on family stuff because of the business? (13:59)When Emerson felt proud of Sabrina (16:47)When things got really hard, what kept Sabrina from quitting? (19:14)What Emerson has seen Sabrina struggle with (25:19)If Sabrina could go back to when Emerson was little, what would she do differently? (30:32)How watching Sabrina has changed what Emerson wants her own life to look like (34:09)Sabrina and Emerson’s relationship when Emerson is an adult (35:48)Something Emerson wishes people knew about Sabrina (41:38)Mentioned In This Episode: Root To Rise Mastermind: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistEpisode 190 From Skeptical to Obsessed with Jaiden Hamilton: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/190-from-skeptical-to-obsessed-with-jaiden-hamiltonEpisode 100: Childhood, Intuition, and High-Achieving Women with D’Arcy Benincosa: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/100-childhood-intuition-and-high-achieving-women-with-darcy-benincosaConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 46m 09s | ||||||
| 5/19/26 |  199: Why Photographer Friendships Are a Business Strategy | Have you found your business bestie? In today’s episode, I’m diving into the importance of photographer friendships and why they lead to greater success for your business. Plus, I’m sharing real-life examples of how having photographer friends has changed mine and my students’ lives. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist. Review the Show Notes:The cost of going it alone (1:48)“I don’t have time” (5:00)Stories from myself and students (8:25)Mentioned In This Episode: Root To Rise Mastermind: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistEpisode 194: Q2 2026 Business Bestie Chat with Colie James: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/194-q2-2026-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-jamesConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 20m 05s | ||||||
| 5/12/26 |  198: Email Marketing Is Not Optional Anymore | Are you pushing off your email marketing? Maybe you think you only need to email your list a few times a year, when you’re offering mini-sessions. In today’s episode, I’m sharing what photographers get wrong when it comes to email marketing. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist. Review the Show Notes:The numbers prove the value of email marketing (3:11)The shift in your strategy (4:56)Emailing only when you’re selling (6:19)Selling to the same list over and over (9:17)“I don’t have anything to say outside of my business” (10:16)Email does not have to be salesy or formal (13:32)Email is a relationship tool (15:32)Mentioned In This Episode: Root To Rise Mastermind: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistEpisode 193: Why Your Mini Sessions Aren’t Selling Out Anymore (It’s Not Your Pricing Or Your Photos): sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/193-why-your-mini-sessions-arent-selling-out-anymore-its-not-your-pricing-or-your-photosConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 18m 18s | ||||||
| 5/5/26 |  197: The Business Audit I Do When Everything Feels Off | Do you feel like you’re in a spiral or something is just off? I’ve been there. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 4 questions to ask yourself when everything in your business feels off. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistReview the Show Notes:What doesn’t feel good right now? (4:32)Why doesn’t it feel good? (8:15)Who can support you through this? (9:43)What am I missing? (11:25)Mentioned In This Episode: Root To Rise Mastermind: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 16m 42s | ||||||
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Chart history for Shoot It Straight
Peaked at #102 in SA, currently #102 in SA.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SA | — | #102 | #102 | — |
| CH | — | #154 | #154 | — |
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2 placements across 2 markets.
Chart Positions
2 placements across 2 markets.